2004 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1287 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Aveo has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Aveo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Aveo | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aveo | Express |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 117 L |
